How to pronounce equation
Say it like ih-KWAY-zhun. Equation has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWAY).
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- ih
- KWAY
- zhun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Equation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KWAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zhunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of equation
American and British speakers say equation in essentially the same way: /ɪˈkweɪʒən/ in the US and /ɪˈkweɪʒən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ih-KWAY-zhun.
What does equation mean?
- a mathematical statement that two expressions are equal
- a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced“on a par with the best”
- the act of regarding as equal
Where does equation come from?
Morphologically equate + -ion
Words that rhyme with equation
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of equation.
Questions about saying equation
How do you pronounce equation?
Say ih-KWAY-zhun. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈkweɪʒən/. In British English it is /ɪˈkweɪʒən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in equation?
Equation has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWAY). Broken into parts: ih · KWAY · zhun.
Do Americans and Brits say equation the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɪˈkweɪʒən/ and the British form is /ɪˈkweɪʒən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.